Great dining, top-tier entertainment and family fun set the tone for this summer in Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 28 July 2026: Throughout August residents and visitors have even more reasons to experience Dubai, with a packed programme of shopping, dining, sporting events and live entertainment taking place across the city. From Dubai Summer Surprises to performances by acclaimed artists and indoor sporting events, the month is set to deliver endless ways to make the most of the summer.
RETAIL
Date: 2 July – 30 August 2026
Location: Citywide
About:Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) continues this month, packed with citywide retail and entertainment experiences for all ages. Visitors and residents can expect exclusive summer offers across leading retail destinations, alongside raffle draws, hotel and attraction offers, and a broad programme of activities for families.
DINING
Summer Restaurant Week
Date: Until 2 August 2026
Location: Citywide
About: Summer Restaurant Week, part of the Dubai Summer Surprises lineup of events and experiences, invites diners to enjoy specially curated menus at more than 50 casual and family-friendly restaurants across the city serving cuisines from around the globe. Reservations can be made through the Careem app via Careem DineOut.
SPORT
Ibn Battuta Mall Indoor Run Series 3/5
Date: 2 August 2026
Location: Ibn Battuta Mall
About: The Ibn Battuta Mall Indoor Run Series returns for its third event of the season, starting at 7:00am and bringing together runners of all ages and abilities in an indoor community race. Participants can choose from 1km, 2.5km, 5km and 10km routes, with the event offering a welcoming environment for experienced runners, beginners and families alike.
Dubai Sports World
Date: Until 25 August 2026
Location: Dubai World Trade Centre
About: Dubai Sports World offers residents and visitors the opportunity to stay active throughout the summer at one of the region’s largest indoor sports venues. Taking place in a fully air-conditioned setting, the space includes facilities for football, basketball, cricket, badminton, tennis, and more. Visitors also have the opportunity to rent a pitch for a casual game with friends or join a sports academy to level up their game.
Dubai Mallathon 2026
Date: Until 15 September 2026
Location: Citywide (participating malls)
About: Dubai Mallathon transforms participating shopping malls across the city into indoor walking and running tracks. Open to all ages and fitness levels, the free initiative allows participants to choose between walking or running distances of 2.5km to 10km at their own pace, providing an accessible indoor fitness experience throughout the summer.
Endurance Games
Date: 30 August 2026
Location: Hamdan Sports Complex
About: Endurance Games makes its debut as an indoor multisport competition bringing together endurance athletes and fitness enthusiasts for a day of racing and community participation. Participants can compete across disciplines including aquabike, aquathlon, triathlon, duathlon and the EndureX challenge, with the event combining competitive sport, spectator experiences and fitness-focused activities in an indoor setting.
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
Beat The Heat DXB Season 5 ft Rasha Rizk
Date: 1 August 2026
Location: Dubai World Trade Centre
About: Beat The Heat DXB continues its fifth season with a special performance by acclaimed Syrian singer Rasha Rizk. Widely recognised for her work on some of the Arab world’s most memorable animated theme songs, Rizk brings her distinctive vocals to the stage for an evening celebrating music that has resonated across generations.
Date: 7 – 15 August 2026
Location: Multiple venues
About: The Laughter Factory returns this August with five international and UAE-based comedians performing at venues across Dubai. Headliner Ricky Balshaw, an award-winning British comedian and Paralympic silver medallist, is joined by American comic Tevin Everett, a Leicester Square New Comedian of the Year finalist. The line-up also features Emirati comedian Abz Ali, UAE favouriteMiqdaad Dohadwala and Dubai-based Andrea Brooks, a Survival of the Funniest finalist.
A Night of Love and Tears
Date: 8 August 2026
Location: Dubai World Trade Centre
About: Egyptian singer Ramy Gamal and Lebanese artist Wael Jassar come together for a live performance celebrating contemporary Arabic music. Featuring two of the region’s best-known performers, the concert combines live vocals, large-scale production and a repertoire of popular hits for an evening of live entertainment.
Beat The Heat DXB Season 5 ft Al Shami
Date: 8 August 2026
Location: Dubai World Trade Centre
About: Syrian artist Al Shami takes to the Beat The Heat DXB stage with a performance featuring some of his best-known tracks, including Doctor, Sabra, Wein and Ana Baadak. Known for combining heartfelt lyrics with contemporary Arabic sounds, the singer brings his signature stage presence to Dubai for a summer concert as part of Dubai Summer Surprises.
Beat The Heat DXB Season 5 ft Marwan Moussa & Hleem
Date: 15 August 2026
Location: Dubai World Trade Centre
About: Beat The Heat DXB continues with a collaborative performance by Egyptian artists Marwan Moussa and Hleem. Bringing together two contemporary voices from the region’s music scene, the concert offers audiences an evening of live performances spanning rap and modern Arabic music.
Thaalam Beats
Date: 15 August 2026
Location: Coca-Cola Arena
About: Thaalam Beats brings together celebrated names from South India’s music scene for an evening of live performances at Coca-Cola Arena. Headlined by Benny Dayal, Usha Uthup and Thaikkudam Bridge, the concert features a mix of Malayalam and Tamil classics alongside contemporary fusion and folk-inspired music as part of Dubai Summer Surprises.
Lucky Ali Live
Date: 16 August 2026
Location: Coca-Cola Arena
About: Indian singer-songwriter Lucky Ali returns to Dubai for an evening celebrating some of his most enduring hits. Audiences can look forward to songs including O Sanam, Ek Pal Ka Jeena, Na Tum Jaano Na Hum and Safarnama, performed by one of India’s most recognised contemporary musicians.
JPEX Entertainment Exhibition
Date: 20 – 23 August 2026
Location: Dubai World Trade Centre
About: JPEX Entertainment Exhibition celebrates Japanese culture through a programme of entertainment, exhibitions and interactive experiences. Bringing together anime, gaming, live performances, workshops and cultural activities, the event offers visitors an opportunity to experience different aspects of Japan’s creative industries and traditions in one venue.
Beat The Heat DXB Season 5 ft Sultan Al Murshed & Talal Sam
Date: 21 August 2026
Location: Dubai World Trade Centre
About: Beat The Heat DXB continues with a performance by Saudi singer Sultan Al Murshed and Kuwaiti artist Talal Sam. Bringing together two leading names in contemporary Khaleeji music, the concert features a selection of the duo’s best-known songs, offering audiences an evening of modern Gulf pop.
Sunil Grover
Date: 21 August 2026
Location: Coca-Cola Arena
About: Indian comedian and actor Sunil Grover brings his distinctive blend of comedy and character performances to Coca-Cola Arena. Best known for his popular television appearances and memorable on-screen personas, Grover’s live show promises an evening of humour and entertainment for audiences in Dubai.
Beat the Heat Season 5 ft Aziz Maraka, Big Sam and Lege-cy live
Date: 22 August 2026
Location: Dubai World Trade Centre
About: Beat The Heat DXB wraps up its summer concert series with an evening celebrating contemporary Arabic music with performances by Leg_cy, Jordanian singer-songwriter Aziz Maraka and Lebanese rapper BigSam. Blending hip hop, alternative Arabic music and Maraka’s signature Arabic rock-jazz sound, the concert brings together three distinctive artists for one night of live performances.
Date: 28 August 2026
Location:Jafza One Auditorium
About: Syrian comedian and actor Rami Jbr makes his Dubai debut with a stand-up show featuring sharp observations, witty storytelling and relatable takes on everyday life. Known for his popular TV appearances and viral online content, Jbr brings an evening of Arabic comedy to audiences in Dubai.
Date: 29 August 2026
Location: Emirates Theatre, Emirates International School
About: Indian comedian Atul Khatri returns to Dubai with a performance featuring a mix of new material and some of his best-known routines. Drawing inspiration from everyday life, relationships and modern family experiences, his observational style has made him one of India’s most recognised stand-up comedians.
Date: 29 August 2026
Location: Coca-Cola Arena
About: Kuwait’s legendary Miami Band returns to Dubai with Miami Show 3.0, presenting a fresh interpretation of its much-loved live performances. Featuring new musical arrangements, interactive moments and many of the band’s best-known songs, the concert celebrates more than three decades of music that continues to resonate with audiences across the region.
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About the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET)
With the ultimate vision of making Dubai the world’s leading commercial centre, investment hub and tourism destination, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) is mandated to support the Government in positioning the emirate as a major hub for global economy and tourism, and in boosting the city’s economic and tourism competitiveness indicators, in line with the goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33, which aims to double the size of the emirate’s economy by 2033 and further consolidate Dubai’s position as a leading global destination for business and leisure.
Under this remit, DET is driving efforts to further enhance Dubai’s diversified, innovative service-based economy to attract top global talent, deliver a world-class business environment and accelerate productivity growth. Additionally, DET is supporting Dubai’s vision to become the world’s best city to visit, live and work in by promoting its diverse destination proposition, unique lifestyle and outstanding quality of life, overall.
DET is the principal authority for planning, supervising, developing and marketing Dubai’s business and tourism sectors. It is also responsible for licensing and classifying all types of businesses, including hotels, tour operators and travel agents. DET’s portfolio includes Dubai Economic Development Corporation (DEDC), Dubai Business Registration and Licensing Corporation (DBLC), Dubai Corporation for Consumer Protection and Fair Trade (DCCPFT), Dubai SME, Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DCTCM), Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) and Dubai College of Tourism (DCT).
About Dubai Calendar
Dubai Calendar, the official listings platform for events in the city, is managed by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an entity of Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). A free resource online and via a dedicated mobile app, Dubai Calendar is the city’s go-to guide that allows residents and tourists to discover all the events, festivals and experiences Dubai has to offer, from arts, culture and education to food, sports and shopping. With more than 1,200 events per year, and new listings added every week, Dubai Calendar is an all-access pass to ‘what’s on’ in Dubai. For more information about events taking place across Dubai, please visit: www.visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar.
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